Philander Smith College Reviews

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Michelle from Raytown, MO

12/31/2009

Reviewer is A current student here.

2 out of 2 people found this review useful.
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Great for these types of students

It is a small college, but we are doing big things. The best part is that in each class you will feel connected. There is no way you can ever not be involved on campus! There is no way you could not have any friends! It's like having a whole other family.

Tips for prospective students

Apply even if you could never see yourself here. That's what I did and now I am having the time of my life meeting celebrities like Gabrielle Union and Columbus Short. And public icons like Michael Steele and Tim Wise. This place has a lot to offer. Its not what you know, but who you know Well now you can do both by learning alot and meeting alot of new people.

Bang for the buck

When it comes to affordability this is it. I swear you get more for half the price of a big old university. There is more individualized attention and many programs to make sure you stay on track. It could even compare to Harvard in my eyes and that used to be my dream school.

Am enjoying being here

It's the only school that took the time to learn my name in the first 2 days! What school does that?! This one! You will meet people from all over as far as Alaska all the way to the Bahamas and everywhere in between.

Am learning a lot

Not only are you driven to learn in the classroom, but outside as well. We are advocates for social justice and we know that we all will graduate to help change the world.

Get to know the staff and any and all professors. Never forget that you can ask questions in class and out of class professors and instructors are available and have reasonable office hours.

Bang for the buck

The school is so worth it. With the atmosphere from the campus itself and the learning experience you would receive Philander is worth every penny that you may or may not spend.

Am enjoying being here

Even though I am away from home Philander has become my second home. The staff are family and so are the many friends. Philander has a welcoming atmosphere that draws people in and makes them feel good about being there. It also helps that it is a small school that makes big things happen like the Bless the Mic.

Am learning a lot

The teachers are able to help with setting of the class. It is easier to talk to the teachers and discussions are good.

Tempestt from Chicago, IL

06/21/2011

Reviewer is A current student here.

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Great for these types of students

Dedicated students who are willing to try new things and are open to various opportunities. PSC is great for those who want to have some sort of relationship with the school's president as well as their professors.

Tips for prospective students

Come prepared to work your hardest because you will be encouraged to do so. Get connected. in other words get to know every professor, each staff member, every administrator, and even the president. If you are used to being surrounded by a big learning environment, be prepared for a small campus. Know your stuff. Know who you are inside and out so that you surround yourself with the same type of people.

Bang for the buck

If you want to get your money's worth then PSC is the place to be. The small campus and upbeat environment is very assuring. You'll get your full education as needed for your career as well as an insight as to who you really are. PSC offers various opportunities and if you're looking for a school that is hugely recognized for its academics as well as its actions, then this is where you want to be.

Am enjoying being here

Being here is comforting. I say this because I surround myself with positive influences on my life which makes the journey here easy, especially during freshman year. I enjoy the fact that our school is always involved in some kind of fun activity or even a lecture. Everyone knows each other, maybe not personally but at least by name. I like the fact that we are open to opportunities and attractions as well.

Am learning a lot

Considering the high school that I attended, I am glad to say that I have learned a lot during my first year of college here at PSC. There were things taught in high school that I have just come to learn while in college. The professors here are understanding and very helpful. If assistance from an instructor is not enough, tutoring is available to help you achieve high scores in your courses. Academically, I have learned so much in a matter of two semesters that I never understood in elementary or high school. This is a really great place for a steady, yet challenging learning environment.

Charisma from A, AR

There is a security checkpoint as soon as you enter the campus and vivid security presence throughout the university.

Greek Life

Again, I am a member of Delta Sigma Theta and we part take in numerous activities around the campus. We are the best of the best and when it comes to handling business we ALWAYS get the job done. Greek life is excellent. We host an abundance of educational seminars, promote healthy lifestyles, and promote academic excellence in whatever we do.

This is an HBCU so African-Americans would typically further their education here.

Bang for the buck

I believe that if one were to attend they would thoroughly enjoy the surroundings of the school. You pay for top notch education and Philander would be the perfect place to continue once out of high school

What to do for fun

The school always have activities planned for fun. Movie nights, ice cream socials and just a fun day are all part of the extracurricular activities.

Food and Dining

The cafeteria is also currently undergoing renovation and should be completed by the start of the 2012-2013 year

Dorm Life

Philander is currently undergoing renovations of the dorms and other facilities in the school.

Academic Rigor

I believe that Philander Smith College offers excellent educational materials. The Professors are there to help and motivate you become a productive citizen and to also educate you thoroughly in your field of study.

Tips for prospective students

Become friends with your teachers STUDY, STUDY, STUDY! Enjoy your years- They will fly by Become familiar with your peers and surroundings

In three sentences

Philander Smith College is a private HBCU in the capital city of Little Rock, Arkansas. This school has an intimate setting with small classes and teachers who care about the students' success. If one plans to attend Philander, they will get a grade a top of the line education.

Chiquita from St.Louis, MO

08/13/2012

Reviewer is A current student here.

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Campus Safety

There's constantly security on our campus, they always know who's coming in and out of our college. but as well as cameras inside the dorms, so if anything was to happen they would know when, who, and where.

Greek Life

Greek life from what I have seen so far seems to be pretty fun. But as a freshman your not eligible to pledge until your a sophomore.

Clubs and Activities

They have many organizations that you could join, or you can create your own.

Great for these types of students

If your a reader like me, its great to go to the library and discover something that you didn't know. Or if your more of a social person, I would advise you to go to the social room that's in the lobby of our residence center because there is a lot of people you will be able to talk to.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

It's mandatory that every freshman go to chapel every Thursday at 11am. It's pretty good because I would rather go to a church anyway but to have it on campus is a plus.

Bang for the buck

I would recommend anyone to go to Philander Smith College because of the one on one conversation that you are able to experience with your teachers. And you are always meeting new people so it would be pretty hard to be antisocial.

What to do for fun

They have many activities on campus that you may want to do. And you could always be busy as long as you want. Currently its the beginning of the week and I haven't been in my dorm for more than 8 hours to sleep! We have a game room, and a social room in our lobby!

Food and Dining

The food is great, and they feed us 3 times a day, which is all I need. And it is impossible for any freshman to gain the first 15 because we are given healthy food like pineapples and grapes and such during meals.

Dorm Life

Dorm life is good, we are allowed a bathroom per room. My roommate is nice as well. But there is also enough space if anyone in the room wants privacy.

Academic Rigor

Academically the teachers are there to help you. I'm a freshman now and they are already willing to help me with anything that I may need to make myself feel at home.

Tips for prospective students

Some tips is to remember your values, remain focus, but also have fun.

In three sentences

It's a great historically black college in Little Rock, AR. It's a good college for a person like me, who wants to be able to walk to all of my classes. Everything you could possibly need is not to far from the college.

Gloria from Chicago, IL

09/04/2012

Reviewer is A current student here.

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What to do for fun

There is not alot to do for fun. It really depends on the people you hang with and how much fun you all can have together without any particular activity. Transportation is also a great factor to finding things to do for fun.

Food and Dining

The food served at the cafeteria is not always the best. But it can be good at times. The dessert is great. But if you choose not to eat, there are convenient restaurants close to campus.

Dorm Life

The dorm rooms are great.

Academic Rigor

The courses are only as hard as you make them. If you wait until the last minute to complete assignments and let all of your homework from different classes build up, then you will struggle.

Tips for prospective students

Be prepared for a small, intimate surrounding. The classes are small which will give students a chance to get more individual time with the teachers.

In three sentences

Philander Smith College is a warm and welcoming environment. The staff members and students attending are so helpful and friendly. Its hard getting lost on the small campus.

Damesha from HOUSTON, TX

11/12/2012

Reviewer is A current student here.

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Campus Safety

the men on campus are very nice, i can wake up at 5 in the morning for dance practice and i see them walking around making sure everything is OK. They make sure that they protect the students, the school and everything as a whole. I feel very safe when i sleep at night because i know i'm being safely protected.

Greek Life

The Greeks are very heart warming individuals, they are all nice and i enjoy watching them at parties; strolling and calling out there signs. They represent there organization well and they have respect for each other.

Clubs and Activities

cheer leading, Volleyball, SGA, Basketball, Soccer, Dancer, Drum Line, and there are many more that will interest anyone on sight. You can get involved into programs that are on campus or help start new ones, the choice is yours.

Great for these types of students

anyone will learn to love Philander because its family oriented, and you can trust anyone here on campus. Shy students will open up, fast girls will become ladies and the little boys will develop into young men.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

The Block, it's a location outside where students hang out before or after class. Many do homework, chat with friends or even just to get some fresh air on a beautiful day.

What to do for fun

i love going into the lobby and playing variety of games with other students. There is always activities planned on campus ranging from different cultures to educational to spiritual. I love being here!

Food and Dining

The food is alright. We have many choices off campus though and we are under construction so our cafe is where we dine in. They work hard to provide us with fresh products and i'm appreciated!

Dorm Life

i love my dorm room, college is what you make it. i could be living in a box and i will have the prettiest box you've ever seen. Never go to a college based off their dorms, you should only sleep in there anyway!

Academic Rigor

The instructors are incredible, this being my first year i love them already. They have an open door policy, you can contact them for help via email or text sometimes even give them a call. The ASC is a great place to go and do work and get help with classes, they also provide tutors!

Tips for prospective students

Go to class! Study hard and have faith, work hard to reach your goals and do not give up. Expect the unexpected just because its an HBCU doesn't mean they'll give you many chances.

In three sentences

Philander has opened my eyes to many different things, non beneficial and of course beneficial. Being here has been great and i plan to graduate and come back to Bless The Mic.

Emory from Chicago, IL

The campus security is excellent here. Whenever a problem arises the security are here to handle the situation in an orderly fashion. Issues are a thing of the past with this security group.

Greek Life

I have never been interested in the Greek organizations on campus. Prospective students who are will have many too choose from and will enjoy the party atmosphere. Strolling at parties and school functions is huge at Philander Smith College.

Clubs and Activities

The clubs and activities offered on campus are good for those who plan on getting involved. The directors of different activities on campus are easily found and will help get prospective students involved.

Great for these types of students

If a certain prospective student plans to get involved in Greek life then this school is great for these type of students. Philander is also great for the student who plans on remaining focused because opportunities are endless.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

The traditions here at Philander are standard nothing really out of the ordinary. Chapel may seem different to some because Philander Smith College is a private institution.

Bang for the buck

Only the education you will receive will be the Bang for the buck. Philander does not offer much fun activities other then card playing and television watching.

What to do for fun

Fun sometimes can be a foreign word for Philander Smith College students. The best way to have fun is coming to this educational facility with a automobile to travel this wonderful city of Little Rock. Clubs and restaurants are good to attend for fun.

Food and Dining

The food at Philander Smith College is horrible at best. Most students eat out alot. Bring a hefty wallet you will need it.

Dorm Life

The dorm life is sub par at best. Seeing the same old faces gets boring and people start too look common after a while. The main priority to remember is you are here to study not play in the dorms all times of night.

Academic Rigor

The academic rigor at Philander gradually rises as the semester goes on. Keeping contact with teachers and handing in work on time are very important. Staying on top of work and making school the number one priority will help immensely.

Tips for prospective students

Prospective students must watch out for individuals who attend school with no intentions to graduate. Some people do not come to college and take it seriously, but for those who do play hard but study harder. Classes are easy when attending regularly.

In three sentences

Philander Smith College is an excellent establishment for students to learn and earn a college degree. I would give Philander Smith College an A for the teachers efforts and hardworking staff. Asking me for a recommendation would be no problem.

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